They’re small, sticky, and often overlooked, but postage stamps have told the story of the modern world in miniature. In this episode, we explore the fascinating history of stamps, from the world’s first stamp in Victorian Britain to stamp-collecting mania and the rise of digital alternatives. Whether you're a philatelist or just curious about how mail used to work, this one’s got you licked. An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-stamps/ or why not take a look at our YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/ Please support us by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. If you would like to support us more directly then why not consider buying us a coffee? Head on over to 5minutehistory.com/coffee to see how Check out our other 5 Minute/Compact podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, Compact Disasters, Compact Murder, Compact Mysteries, and Compact Warfare at: 5minutebiographies.com compactdisasters.com compactmurder.com compactmysteries.com compactwarfare.com Or check them all out at Compact Histories.
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The History of Theatre
From ancient Greek tragedies to modern Broadway blockbusters, the history of theatre is packed with drama, innovation, and cultural evolution. In this episode, we take the stage to explore how storytelling moved from sacred rituals to global entertainment, and how the spotlight has never stopped shifting. An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-theatre/ or why not take a look at our YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/ Please support us by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. If you would like to support us more directly then why not consider buying us a coffee? Head on over to 5minutehistory.com/coffee to see how Check out our other 5 Minute/Compact podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, Compact Disasters, Compact Murder, Compact Mysteries, and Compact Warfare at: 5minutebiographies.com compactdisasters.com compactmurder.com compactmysteries.com compactwarfare.com Or check them all out at Compact Histories.
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The History of the World Land Speed Record
From the dusty beaches of early motor racing to the supersonic runs across desert plains, this episode explores the adrenaline-fuelled pursuit of the world land speed record. Discover how fearless innovators, cutting-edge engineering, and record-breaking ambition have shaped more than a century of speed on wheels, and what the future might hold for the fastest machines on Earth. An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-the-world-land-speed-record/ or why not take a look at our YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/ Please support us by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. If you would like to support us more directly then why not consider buying us a coffee? Head on over to 5minutehistory.com/coffee to see how Check out our other 5 Minute/Compact podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, Compact Disasters, Compact Murder, Compact Mysteries, and Compact Warfare at: 5minutebiographies.com compactdisasters.com compactmurder.com compactmysteries.com compactwarfare.com Or check them all out at Compact Histories.
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The History of Greece
Few countries have shaped the world quite like Greece. In this episode, we explore the rich history of a land that gave us democracy, philosophy, theatre, and epic tales of gods and heroes. From ancient civilisations and classical glory to occupation, independence, and modern challenges, the story of Greece is one of resilience, culture, and enduring influence. An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-greece or why not take a look at our YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/ Please support us by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. If you would like to support us more directly then why not consider buying us a coffee? Head on over to 5minutehistory.com/coffee to see how Check out our other 5 Minute/Compact podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, Compact Disasters, Compact Murder, Compact Mysteries, and Compact Warfare at: 5minutebiographies.com compactdisasters.com compactmurder.com compactmysteries.com compactwarfare.com Or check them all out at Compact Histories.
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The History of Soccer
From ancient ball games to the global phenomenon we know today, soccer’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode, we explore how a simple pastime evolved into the world’s most popular sport. From medieval chaos and Victorian rule-making to World Cup glory and street games in every corner of the globe, this is the story of how the beautiful game captured hearts everywhere. An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at: https://5minutehistory.com/the-history-of-soccer or why not take a look at our YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/ Please support us by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you get your podcasts. If you would like to support us more directly then why not consider buying us a coffee? Head on over to 5minutehistory.com/coffee to see how Check out our other 5 Minute/Compact podcasts - 5 Minute Biographies, Compact Disasters, Compact Murder, Compact Mysteries, and Compact Warfare at: 5minutebiographies.com compactdisasters.com compactmurder.com compactmysteries.com compactwarfare.com Or check them all out at Compact Histories.
5 Minute History brings you short histories of events, places, companies, products, and all sorts of other things. The show is split into seasons, each of which consists of ten episodes. Each episode, as the title of the show suggests, is only a few minutes long, so you can quickly learn the facts without all of the fluff that maybe you don't need to know.
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